Michael Jordan Height: How Tall is Michael Jordan?

Michael Jordan

6'6"(198 cm)
Athlete·American·Age 63

Michael Jordan is a former NBA guard who won six championships and six Finals MVP awards with the Chicago Bulls. The NBA also records five regular-season MVP awards, ten scoring titles and a career scoring average of 30.1 points per game.

Very tall27 cm above the global average for men (5'7").

Height source: NBA profile · Verified 2026-09-27

Michael Jordan Height: Quick Facts

Height (ft)6'6"
Height (cm)198 cm
Height (m)1.98 m
Height (inches)78"
CategoryAthlete
NationalityAmerican

Michael Jordan's Height in Context

The NBA lists Jordan at 6'6" (1.98 m), matching the roster height shown for Kobe Bryant. Those league listings provide a concrete scale comparison for two shooting guards without using photographs or career achievements as height evidence.

Michael Jordan Height vs Average

How does Michael Jordan's height of 6'6" compare to real-world averages?

Michael Jordan198 cmGlobal avg (men)171 cmUSA avg (men)175 cmAverage athlete185 cm
ComparisonHeightDifference
Michael Jordan6'6" (198 cm)—
Global average (men)5'7" (171 cm)+27 cm
USA average (men)5'9" (175 cm)+23 cm
Average athlete6'1" (185 cm)+13 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions about Michael Jordan's Height

How tall is Michael Jordan?

Michael Jordan is 6'6" tall, which equals 198 centimetres, 1.98 metres, or approximately 78 inches. This measurement is sourced from NBA profile and was last verified on 2026-09-27.

Which NBA team did Michael Jordan win six championships with?

He won all six of his NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls.

How many regular-season MVP awards did Michael Jordan win?

He won five NBA regular-season MVP awards.

Is Michael Jordan tall?

Michael Jordan is considered very tall. They stand 27 cm above the global average for men (5'7"), placing them well above the 85th height percentile in most countries. Height is often an asset in professional sport, and elite athletes generally trend taller than the general population.

How does Michael Jordan's height compare to the average?

The global average height for men is approximately 5'7" (171 cm). Michael Jordan at 6'6" (198 cm) is 27 cm taller than the worldwide average. Compared to the US average of 5'9" (175 cm), Michael Jordan is 23 cm taller.

How can I compare Michael Jordan's height visually?

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